Antiquarian Brown vs Renwick Golden Oak
Both from Sherwin-Williams's palette. These are both beiges, so the question isn't which hue to choose — it's where within beige to land. Renwick Golden Oak (LRV 19) reflects noticeably more light than Antiquarian Brown (LRV 16), a difference of 3 points that becomes especially apparent in rooms with limited natural light. Both lean warm, so they'll behave similarly in mixed or changing light conditions. The ΔE 6.3 gap is real but not dramatic — close enough to use together, distinct enough to matter as a choice. Below, 5 simulated room previews show how each color reads at scale — real-room photos will be added as they become available.
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Antiquarian Brown vs Renwick Golden Oak Simulated Comparison
5 simulated room previews — drag the slider on each to see Antiquarian Brown on one side and Renwick Golden Oak on the other.
Digital color is approximate. These simulations are generated from the manufacturer's hex values and overlaid on grayscale room photos — your screen's calibration, brightness, and viewing angle all affect how they render. Before committing to either color, test physical samples in your own space under the light you actually live with.
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